Low-Fat Lemon-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli

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A quick, healthy chicken stir fry featuring bright lemon and garlic flavors with crisp broccoli florets. This asian-inspired chicken (low-fat) ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced skinless chicken breast, broccoli florets, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 260 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 3 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced skinless chicken breast and 1/4 tsp black pepper, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until chicken is lightly browned and nearly cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Pour the lemon-soy sauce mixture over the chicken and broccoli. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions, and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Low-Fat Lemon-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Low-Fat Lemon-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Low-Fat Lemon-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Low-Fat Lemon-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Low-Fat Lemon-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli low-fat?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-fat based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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